In completing a cost-benefit training needs analysis, one needs to gather data to answer questions such as the following:

1. What steps will be involved in all phases of the training design and delivery?
2. Who will be involved in all phases of the design and delivery?
3. For how long will each resource be involved in all phases of the design and delivery?
4. What are the direct costs of everyone involved in all phases of the design and delivery?
5. What are the indirect costs such as travel and accommodation involved in the design and delivery?
6. What have been the bottom-line benefits of similar programmes?
7. What are the forecasted benefits of the training programme being developed?